It matters because if one common type spreads northward, it means significantly greater releases of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Unfortunately, according to scientists’ projections, climate ...

University’s AI Institute is a leader in climate-smart agriculture and forestry. One of the defining societal issues today — and going forward — is how to slow down or stop climate change, and a new ...

Sweet-corn stalks, browned and sharpened by the late-summer sun, stand guard at the perimeter of Rae Rusnak’s squash fields in Kenyon, MN. Their main purpose? To protect the valuable squash that will ...

New research from the University of Minnesota shows that stress caused by negative interactions with police can increase epigenetic age, which is a biological indicator that can differ from ...

Dental hygiene is one of the fastest-growing professions in the United States. As the field expands, so does the understanding of the critical role oral health plays in full body health — with dental ...

Crop scouts in the 4-H plant science program get competitive, with world-class mentors to make the learning stick.

As we age, mobility and strength are critical for independence and quality of life. However, some older adults struggle to get regular exercise — the National Council on Aging reports that only 23% of ...

Metformin, a diabetes drug, is one of the most commonly detected drugs in waters worldwide. One way to rid waters of a ...

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